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I'm James Jones, a filmmaker, director, and editor with over two decades of experience crafting powerful visual stories. I founded Bearhug Productions to bring authentic, emotionally impactful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. I work across feature dramas, shorts, and series, guiding diverse teams from concept to post while maintaining social relevance and human connection. My goal is to create visually rich storytelling that resonates with audiences and opens conversations around important issues.…I'm James Jones, a filmmaker, director, and editor with over two decades of experience crafting powerful visual stories. I founded Bearhug Productions to bring authentic, emotionally impactful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. I work across feature dramas, shorts, and series, guiding diverse teams from concept to post while maintaining social relevance and human connection. My goal is to create visually rich storytelling that resonates with audiences and opens conversations around important issues.

JAMES JONES

Film Director, Film Producer, Writer, +1

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I'm James Jones, a filmmaker, director, and editor with over two decades of experience crafting powerful visual stories. I founded Bearhug Productions to bring authentic, emotionally impactful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. I work across feature dramas, shorts, and series, guiding diverse teams from concept to post while maintaining social relevance and human connection. My goal is to create visually rich storytelling that resonates with audiences and opens conversations around important issues.…I'm James Jones, a filmmaker, director, and editor with over two decades of experience crafting powerful visual stories. I founded Bearhug Productions to bring authentic, emotionally impactful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices. I work across feature dramas, shorts, and series, guiding diverse teams from concept to post while maintaining social relevance and human connection. My goal is to create visually rich storytelling that resonates with audiences and opens conversations around important issues.

Available to hire

I’m James Jones, a filmmaker, director, and editor with over two decades of experience crafting powerful visual stories. I founded Bearhug Productions to bring authentic, emotionally impactful narratives that amplify underrepresented voices.

I work across feature dramas, shorts, and series, guiding diverse teams from concept to post while maintaining social relevance and human connection. My goal is to create visually rich storytelling that resonates with audiences and opens conversations around important issues.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder/Owner at Bearhug Productions

January 1, 2022 - Present

Leads an independent production company focused on storytelling with social, historical, and supernatural depth. Oversees writing, directing, and full-cycle production management.

Camera Operator/DP at The Road Ahead: East Carolina University Educational Video

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

Produced an educational safety video for older adult drivers, offering practical tools for maintaining safe and confident driving as physical abilities change.

Director/Producer/Editor at Sundance Generic Scene

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

A tense drama exploring desire, regret, and moral choices through an intimate confrontation between two women.

Director/Writer/Producer/Editor at THE HERO: Keys vs. Carolina Coach

January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025

A historical short film about Sarah Keys Evans’s courageous stand against bus segregation in the 1950s; festival winner and developing project for series adaptation.

2nd Director/DP/Video Editor at Bipolar

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

A psychological short examining depression and isolation in the aftermath of personal crisis.

Director/Writer/Producer/Editor at Paydert

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Feature drama-mystery about a North Carolina family whose dream home hides a haunting historical truth.

Director/Writer/Producer/Editor at Freedom of NC

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Award-winning historical short depicting the emotional journey of a young enslaved girl seeking freedom.

Freelance Video Editor at Atlanta, GA (Various Projects)

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2017

Edited narrative and commercial projects, ensuring visual consistency, pacing, and story clarity. Responsible for sound design, color correction, and graphics integration.

Media Specialist at S.U.T., Atlanta, GA

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Shot and edited video content aired at the Steve Harvey Neighborhood Awards.

Production Editor at Gospel Image Awards

January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015

Produced the Lifetime Achievement Tribute for honoree Cissy Houston.

Video Editor Intern at Lux Atlanta

January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014

Created digital content, added effects and graphics, and optimized video for brand marketing.